TV: USB stick is not recognized by TV - what to do?

Almost all modern televisions today have a USB port. But what to do if the stick is not recognized by the TV? We give various tips to solve the problem.

TV does not recognize USB stick - you can do that:

Depending on the model of the TV and the USB stick, various problems can be the cause. However, the USB stick should be recognized quickly with the following points:

• First, to narrow down the error, check whether another USB stick is recognized on your TV. You should also connect the relevant stick to a PC and check whether the data can be called up there normally.
• Older TV sets in particular require special formatting of the USB stick. Therefore, connect the stick to a computer and format it with the "FAT32" file system. You can read how this works in another practical tip.
• Of course, the problem can also be the TV. If there is a firmware update for your device, you should first install it and then check again whether the stick is recognized.
• Older televisions sometimes have a limitation on the size of storage media. For example, only sticks with a maximum of 16 or 32 GB may be recognized.
• If you still have the operating instructions for your TV, you should look here for further information on the USB connection. Sometimes a call to the manufacturer's customer service can help.

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